FIREARM IN UNATTENDED VEHICLE/SAFELY STORE.

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House Bill 53 (Public) Filed Monday, February 6, 2023
AN ACT TO PROHIBIT LEAVING A FIREARM IN AN UNATTENDED MOTOR VEHICLE UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS LOCKED AND THE FIREARM IS SECURED OR OTHERWISE SAFELY STORED.
Intro. by Morey, Autry, Logan, Longest.
Status: Ref to the Com on Judiciary 2, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (House action) (Feb 7 2023)

Bill History:

H 53

Bill Summaries:

  • Bill H 53 (2023-2024)
    Summary date: Feb 6 2023 - View Summary

    Enacts new GS 14-269.9 making it a Class 2 misdemeanor to leave a firearm in an unattended motor vehicle unless the vehicle is locked and the firearm is either: (1) secured with a trigger lock or other safety device designed to prevent an unauthorized user from operating the firearm or (2) in a locked container. Applies to offenses committed on or after December 1, 2023.

    Courts/Judiciary, Criminal Justice, Criminal Law and Procedure
    GS 14
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